Round of Applause
Lecrae
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We ain't supposed to be here, never thought we'd see it Now we livin' proof, tell the world to believe it Congratulations, thank God we made it They told us we was nothing, now I know they hate it Round of applause, round of applause Congratulations, we beat them odds Round of applause, round of applause Congratulations, we beat them odds I ain't supposed to be nothing but a dope dealer, but a hope killer Supposed to brag on the guns and the Coke kilos, Dropping mollies in a Coke Zero Ashamed of my education, that I'm finally off probation That I quit smoking, got a wife and kids, And I'm a real father, no fakin' See I'm a black man who beat them odds, Supposed to be locked up with no job Never shoulda went to college or learned who God is, You add it up it's so odd See I never knew my pops, I've been abused, ran from the cops I went to school high on them crops, wasn't a thug, never been shot Running from God man turning my back, Never would have made it - Marvin Sapp But he opened up my eyes and I can't look back, While they look surprised I just tip my cap Yeah he did it, he did it, he changed me and I'm with it He made me what I'm supposed to be, You get close to me you might get it We ain't supposed to be here, never thought we'd see it Now we livin' proof, tell the world to believe it Congratulations, thank God we made it They told us we was nothing, now I know they hate it Round of applause, round of applause Congratulations, we beat them odds Round of applause, round of applause Congratulations, we beat them odds I ain't even supposed to be here, I ain't even supposed to be livin' The world is set up for me to be death row 'Cause some went locked up in prison Yeah I know that he watched, and yeah I know that he listenin' And yeah I know that hip-hop believes it's my plan for me to be missin' And cover it up with the clich? okey-dokes, And blame it on the pain pill overdose From the city where they love to hate, But I still got love for my homies though They don't wanna see us ball out, but we do it anyway Got a mil in the bank, another 2 up in the safe 'Cause I do it everyday, know- know me, ain't no rumors in the A All they say is that I coulda pooled in the 8, don't assume anything I'm a fool with the pay, I be doomed till your daylight We ain't supposed to be here, never thought we'd see it Now we livin' proof, tell the world to believe it Congratulations, thank God we made it They told us we was nothing, now I know they hate it Round of applause, round of applause Congratulations, we beat them odds Round of applause, round of applause Congratulations, we beat them odds Now she used to strip at Onyx, working her way through college Tryna put food in her son's mouth, on a pole for them dollars She was looking for some solace, told the Lord, I promise I'm heading to the hills with my heels on Where the feels ain't a touch to the billfolds No copping feels from no Uncle Phil's, just Phil Jackson coach her And get her out that game where they losin' they dignity for a Coach purse No skirts, just "skrr", found another way around a road work And left that fine establishment, It's like her whole life is having a growth spurt She out the game and they hate it, mad at her she made it They ain't nothing but some shellfish in a bucket, Probably get crabs if you touch it Now she graduated from college - scratch that - graduated with honors Little man got a little cap and gown, look at him matching his mama, yeah! We ain't supposed to be here, never thought we'd see it Now we livin' proof, tell the world to believe it Congratulations, thank God we made it They told us we was nothing, now I know they hate it Round of applause, round of applause Congratulations, we beat them odds Round of applause, round of applause Congratulations, we beat them odds
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Written by: KEVIN MICHAEL ERONDU, LECRAE DEVAUGHAN MOORE
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11 facts about this song
Artist Insight"Round of Applause" is a song by Christian hip-hop artist Lecrae, who is known for his faith-based, socially conscious music.
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Release DateThe song was released in 2013 as part of Lecrae's seventh studio album, Gravity.
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Recognition"Gravity," the album featuring "Round of Applause," won Best Gospel Album at the 2013 Grammy awards making Lecrae the first hip-hop artist to win a Grammy for a gospel category.
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AchievementsThe full album, including "Round of Applause," debuted at number three on the Billboard 200 charts, topping the Christian, Gospel, Independent, and Rap Album charts.
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Song MeaningThe song's lyrics focus on praising people who have overcome adversity and hardships, asking for a "Round of Applause" for their strength and resilience.
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CollaborationThe song features a collaboration with hip-hop artist B.o.B.
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Popular Usage"Round of Applause" was used by ESPN in their coverage of the 2013 MLB Postseason, praising athletes' efforts and resilience.
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PhilanthropyAs part of the song's release, Lecrae partnered with the non-profit organization, World Vision, to build awareness and resources for community development in vulnerable communities.
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Signature StyleThe song demonstrates Lecrae’s signature style of combining mainstream hip-hop beats and rhythms with Christian themes and messages.
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Personal ConnectionLike many of his songs, "Round of Applause" reflects Lecrae’s own life experiences, as he himself overcame a troubled youth to achieve success in the music industry.
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Inclusive MessageThe song is also a testament to Lecrae's belief that his music is for everyone and has the capacity to inspire and uplift, regardless of religious belief.
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